Such a great find in Santa Rosa. Mr. Bee's Coffee & Tea is warm, welcoming, and has a fun retro…read moreatmosphere that makes you want to hang out for a while. We ordered the Breakfast Bowl and it was incredible: fresh ingredients, great portion, and packed with New Mexico flavor. The Zia Latte was outstanding too, with cinnamon and anise that made it feel really special compared to a typical latte. You can tell they care about what they serve. Friendly service, great coffee, great food, and a space that feels like a true community spot. Definitely worth a stop. We will absolutely be back next time we pass through.

Stopped for a cup of coffee on the road. Was very surprised with this little Gem. The two ladies…read morebehind the counter greeted us when we walked in and were hustling around. They were having some local get together inside and treated us just like a local. Coffee was strong and hot and the food was good. Had a pistachio cookie(wonder if they ship) that good. They had some locally made stuff for sale. Would have expected a different vibe with the inside attire but there was none of that. Maybe some places in NYC should take some advice from them

When we first walked in, we were greeted immediately by one of the family members. Cute little gift…read moreshop items adorn the walls and around the cash wrap we were sitting in the corner of the restaurant and had a nice view out of the window. We were immediately asked for our drink order now they do serve beer here and it's my understanding the margaritas are made with wine. We just had water as we had had a long day traveling and just needed to rehydrate. I included some pictures of the food that we ordered, but I wanted to note that the chips and salsa was very good. The chips were made of corn and salted lightly and served warm. The salsa was handmade and on the spicy side I had a bowl of Caldo de Res ( beef soup with vegetables. Definitely comfort food and I highly recommend) and a homemade pork green chili tamale on the side. The tamale was flavored outstanding, but was a little lacking on the meat and slightly on the dry side, but I would definitely order it again because it was authentic and the flavor was great. The other person in my party had a quesadilla stuffed with chicken. I didn't have a photo of that, but it was the fattest quesadilla I've ever seen they raved about it. The restaurant was relatively full. I noticed in the parking lot that most of the license plates were from out of state so since this restaurant is in Santa Rosa, New Mexico located off the interstate of I 40 many of these patrons were traveling we're passing through. A lot of individual people eating alone as well at the bar. The service was fantastic. There was two young ladies working together in tandem definitely family members. Both had great big smiles on their faces. I did comment to both of them not to work too hard and both responded "oh we have been since the day they we were born" as they chuckled, commenting something along that line with warm smiles and a chuckle. This particular restaurant gets high marks for me as I compare it to the one down the end of the street also on this historic route 66 that I reviewed not just four or five weeks ago at three stars. I would highly recommend this place over the competitor. Not only for flavor of food but Service, atmosphere and pricing. I travel through here quite often and I will definitely make a point to come back and try several different menu items. I will be sure to ask the owners what they recommend and report back and review that for all that maybe are following in case you happen to come through here to this family owned an operated gem.

First time and the service was very friendly and on top of things. The atmosphere was pleasant and…read morethe food was very good. The salsa they serve with the cups is really good. They do not have a full bar so the only margarita I could get was a frozen one. It was very good and tasty actually for not usually drinking these. This is a nice place and we would go back. Definitely recommended.

One of the best stops for lunch on Route 66. Our server, Linda D was so sweet and attentive. She…read morekept the sweet tea flowing and it was by far the best on the route. The Green Chili Cheese Burger was melt in your mouth amazing. I rarely order dessert but could not resist the Cheesecake Español. The decor gave an authentic Route 66 vibe.

We stopped at this diner as it was close to our hotel (Hampton Inn). This was our last stop before…read morehome, so we were tired and not really looking for anything special, but his place was just that. It is just a little diner, been there forever, you walk into a gift shop and the restaurant is off to the side. I had eaten Mexican all week on our road trip and figured why stop now! I have to say this was the best relleno plate I had in all of New Mexico (and I don't think I had a bad one all week). The rellenos were cooked perfectly, the red & green chile were perfectly spiced and as a bonus they had posole as a side (a rarity for me - at least in Colorado). Truly loved it. The service was a little slow, but we might have come in during a shift change. Otherwise it was great!

MAKE IT A PRIORITY TO STOP HERE!…read more We walked in to get a little coffee and after being greeted by the gentlemen at the front and seeing the young lady in the back preparing some new bakery items I knew this was the place. We ordered some pastries and coffee. We loved them so much we got some more to go so we can enjoy later in the day in our hotel. Absolutely among best home made fresh bakery items I have had. Stop by and support!

This breakfast/pastry/coffee joint is a MUST visit place in Tucumcari - historic point on Route 66!…read more Right across the street from many wonderful motels (walking distance!!) it sits on the corner with plenty of parking, easy to access. The building is bright and fun colored, and really has a 50s touch to it. The cafes interior was so warm and welcoming. Cushioned chairs, newspapers, lots of plants, Route 66 books laid out to read ... it is absolutely a peaceful place to spend your morning. Butter yellows, rich greens, and brick walls! Just so homey. I ordered an iced hazelnut latte, coffee cake and peach and ginger yogurt parfait! AMAZING! The coffee was a great mix of strong coffee flavored and sweet hazelnut. Coffee cake was yummy with small walnuts throughout, moist cinnamon parts and a crisp top! My yogurt parfait was my favorite, the peach and ginger addition being a compote. So unique and delicious, I'm so glad I tried it. Drew got two quiches and a strawberry lemonade! He loved both. The staff was extremely welcoming, helpful and kind to us while ordering, and offered to box up my coffee cake for the road. Making conversation about where we are from and what brings us here, they really made us feel at home all the way in New Mexico!

Our regular stop when we travel this route. Food is always…read moredelicious, hot. Salad bar ingredients were fresh. Wait staff is on friendly. Decor is chosen to reflect Route 66 memorabilia.

We visited on a busy Saturday night, but the host and waitstaff were attentive and friendly…read morethroughout. The menu offered so many great options, and we settled on the smothered burrito--an excellent choice! It arrived piping hot and was generous enough for two adults to share. Deliciously savory, too!

Friendly hometown service and fabulous BBQ. You will find it down a side street ... well worth…read morethe diversion off the freeway.

Different place-- attached to a hardware store. Pretty good barbeque. We shared a plate of ribs…read moreand brisket. Friendly service.

There ain't much happening in Santa Rosa. So ya gotta rate places relative to where you are and…read morewhat you got for options. If this was Albuquerque I'd give this establishment a 3/5 just because I know I could do better. But here in Santa Rosa? It's a solid 5 star dining opportunity. The food is decent, the prices are reasonable and the staff is friendly enough.

Food was really not good! Took a long time and then my chicken sandwich was awful! Bread was…read morehard... not toasted and the chicken over cooked and so dry a knife wouldn't cut it. Stay away!!!

The food was fresh and flavorful, the service was attentive, and the atmosphere made the entire…read moredining experience enjoyable and memorable.

The food, the service and the ambiance was great. Food was delicious, however it is a bit priceyread more

This Starbucks in Roswell, New Mexico is hitting on all cylinders…read more They handle a very busy drive-through while keeping the store immaculately clean, which speaks to how well the location is managed. The space is smaller than many Starbucks locations, yet it operates more efficiently than some much larger stores. My pitch to make Starbucks bring back the "been there" series. The discovery series, pales in comparison. The staff is top-notch and clearly experienced. A special shout-out to Shelly, who has worked for the company for approximately 18 years. Does Starbucks have an award pin for year's service? She has an exceptional ability to understand customers' needs the moment they approach. It is clear that she genuinely enjoys her work and takes pride in the company, and that energy carries through the entire store. The music volume is ideal. During my travels over the past few months, I've noticed that some Starbucks locations play their music far too loudly. This store has found the right balance, creating an atmosphere that is welcoming without being distracting. Efficient, clean, and extremely well run. this Roswell Starbucks sets a strong standard. I think the Uber delivery person that picks up Starbucks could possibly be an alien!

Grabbed a couple drinks here yesterday, a cookie crumble frap and a banana protein matcha latte…read more Employees were nice but the drinks took a little longer than anticipated. The frap was fine but I literally only took about three drinks of the matcha and it was gone because the cup was completely full of ice. I didn't notice it when they gave it to me but I did notice that it was almost half foam. It tasted fine but the amount of ice was crazy.

Ah, the shining star of the Portales culinary scene. I had a ham and turkey sandwich here that was…read morethe pinnacle of freshness. They even let me substitute Dijon mustard for the mayonnaise it usually comes with which elevates the sandwich to another level. And the frito pie is likely the best I've ever had, delicious layers of house-made chili, cheese, and Fritos. Yummy!

Came for lunch and was pleasantly surprised with how good this place was. Staff was friendly and…read morehelpful. The decor was all over the place but I think it made the shop unique. I got the Bandito sandwich which was awesome and it was obviously freshly made. Everyone else in my group shared the same experience. Would absolute come back!!